Two workers were caught dumping waste from a gated community into a GCC bin in Mogappair, highlighting the ongoing issue of illegal waste disposal by gated communities in Chennai. Despite rules requiring them to register with authorized vendors, many communities choose to save money by using local workers to dump unsegregated waste, overloading the GCC system and contributing to landfill burden.
With the Paris Olympics just weeks away, concerns linger about the cleanliness of the Seine River, where swimming events are scheduled. Despite a €1.4 billion investment in infrastructure to improve water quality, the river’s safety remains uncertain due to heavy rainfall and a combined sewer system that can lead to raw wastewater entering the Seine. While officials express confidence, experts warn of the complexities and cost of addressing the issue, highlighting the potential for the swim events to be relocated.
Kenya’s government has launched an ambitious plan to eradicate one million Indian crows by the end of 2023, citing their disruptive presence and impact on local bird populations, the hospitality industry, and farmers. The move follows a previous attempt to control the crow population two decades ago and comes with concerns regarding the methods used for extermination, including poisoning.
